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Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskCheese receives a Higher risk rating. Sodium (76%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus729 mg73%
High
Sodium1529 mg76%
High
Potassium125 mg6%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Dairy & Eggs deserve attention: Cheese - Dairy products are high in phosphorus with high absorption and should be limited. With eggs, the white is a low-phosphorus protein while the yolk is much higher - treat them differently.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 76%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein20 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine8.6 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate2 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Watch dairy portions; with eggs, the yolk is phosphorus-dense while the white is not - treat them differently.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cheese safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Cheese is Higher risk. Main consideration: Sodium at 76% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Cheese rated Higher risk?

Cheese is rated Higher risk because Sodium is 76% of its limit (1529 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Cheese?

In every 100 g of Cheese, Sodium is about 1529 mg - roughly 76% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Cheese safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Cheese falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 125 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Cheese compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Against the Dairy & Eggs average, Cheese shows more Sodium (1529 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.